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  • Rich Data and Midea Smart Home Partner to Improve the Lives of Customers

    Rich Data and Midea Smart Home Partner to Improve the Lives of Customers

    Global leaders in using data science and AI to solve real business problems and make a tangible difference to people, Rich Data Corporation (RDC) is now working with China-based Fortune 500 company Midea Smart Home to support its app development and drive more innovation around consumer data and artificial intelligence. This five-year partnership is set to positively impact the lives of millions through data and smart home technology.

    The promise of the smart home is finally ready to be realised in 2018, with connected devices now capable of monitoring our appliances to anticipate malfunctions, detecting utility usage patterns to provide energy-saving recommendations, and making a range of everyday appliances more fun and convenient to use. Market-leading researchers Ovum have predicted that 2018 will represent an inflection point for smart home technology, with many businesses already primed to explore the retail impact of the smart home.

    RDC is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to bolster Midea Smart Home services; in order to enrich the lives of consumers who increasingly demand a tech-enabled, smart home experience to match the digital lives they lead outside the home. Consumers in APAC are some of the most digitally-forward in the world – expecting convenient payment, shopping, and communication services at their fingertips, and increasingly looking for the same conveniences within their home.

    To preempt consumer needs and provide a holistic, tech-enabled lifestyle ecosystem, RDC has deployed an AI-based personalised recommendation engine within Midea Smart Home’s Meiju app. Now, consumers can enjoy compelling, proactive recommendations tailored to their dynamic smart home needs. This superior customer experience is made possible through advanced machine learning algorithms via RDC’s innovative platform.

    “The Midea Smart Home team is changing the conversation with our customers and providing them with products and services that are highly relevant for their daily life via our Meiju app,” stated Mr Qiang Li, General Manager of Midea Smart Home. “RDC’s ability to add intelligence to our deep reserves of consumer data, and their rapid deployment of AI technology enables us to service and engage our customers in a more personalised and meaningful way.”

    Ada Guan, CEO of Rich Data Corporation stated, “Our ultimate vision is to use our data skills to make a difference for people and business; helping enterprises unlock new opportunities while improving everyday life for consumers through data and AI smart home solutions. We are thrilled to be working with a prestigious, global brand like Midea Smart Home. This is the first step in an ongoing journey to leverage AI, consumer and household data in order to set smart living standards for millions of home globally.”

    The RDC Recommendation Engine is currently live for all 3 million Meiju app users within China. The partnership also marks RDC’s entry into the Chinese market, furthering the company’s expansion into the Asia region.

  • Hong Kong International Airport Christmas Big Rewards

    Hong Kong International Airport Christmas Big Rewards

    To celebrate the upcoming Christmas holiday, Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) is launching a series of shopping promotions, including delightful rewards of HKIA cash coupons worth up to HK$15,000.

    Instant Rewards Promotion

    From 20 December 2017 to 2 January 2018, travellers can redeem and enjoy rewards of cash coupons worth up to HK$15,000 when making purchases by electronic payment at HKIA. Passengers making purchases with their UnionPay cards can enjoy additional rewards.

    HKIA’s mascot will be dressed up in full Christmas outfit and walk around in the terminal, ready to meet, greet and take snapshots with travellers to spread the festive spirit.

    Shopping and Dining Offers

    During the promotional period, HKIA will also collaborate with retailers to provide a whole host of fabulous shopping and dining offers. Travellers can get more details simply by scanning the QR code on promotional materials or by visiting our website:
    https://www.hongkongairport.com/eng/shopping/special-offers.html

    Free Delivery Service

    Travellers spending HK$1,000 or more in a single transaction at HKIA can enjoy complimentary local delivery service. Free delivery service to Mainland (for clothing, bags and accessories only), Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Macao, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam is also offered to travellers who spend HK$2,500 or more in a single transaction. For details, please check with the staff at the retail outlets.

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  • “Invader” First-ever Collaboration with Shopping Mall for Charity Project

    “Invader” First-ever Collaboration with Shopping Mall for Charity Project

    Renowned French urban artist, Invader attacked Hong Kong once again this September and brought us a new series of 32 impressive mosaic artworks. And for the first time he invaded Harbour City, the largest shopping mall in Hong Kong, installing 18 of them on various walls around the mall. Apart from the signature “space invader”, other themed-designs like “Anchor”, “Mermaid”, “emojis” and more match with each location and echo the spirit of Harbour City.

    Harbour City was surprised by the Invasion and successfully contacted Invader afterwards. Harbour City is honoured to invite him for an official collaboration on premium development and charity fund raising. It is Invader’s first-ever cooperation with a shopping mall and he tailor-designed the limited edition umbrella by adapting one of the new mosaic designs in Harbour City, the giant “Anchor” at Ocean Terminal Rooftop Carpark.

    Invader’s cool and playful style is demonstrated on the long umbrella. Silver grey “Anchor” is monogrammed on the charcoal black umbrella of which four of them are in bright yellow of the original artwork inspiring everyone. Printed on the umbrella strip is the response of Harbour City to his Invasion, “Dear Invader, your artworks are safe with us. Harbour City” to show the support and enthusiasm of Harbour City on art development.

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  • Flagship Project of Lai Sun Group Novotown Welcomes New Strategic Partners

    Flagship Project of Lai Sun Group Novotown Welcomes New Strategic Partners

    Novotown, an integrated project with a mix of cultural and entertainment attractions currently under development in Hengqin Zhuhai by Lai Sun Group, today announced a slew of new strategic partners at a ceremony attended by Zengqing Luo, Deputy Director of the Administrative Committee of Hengqin New Area, and representatives of concept brands and media.

    Novotown’s strategic partners include China Mobile Group Guangdong Co., Ltd. Zhuhai Branch, CITIC Bank, Trans-Island Limousine Service Ltd. and travel partners Guangdong Gongbei Port China Travel Service Ltd., Guang Zhilv (GZL) International Travel Service Ltd. and Century Holiday International Travel Group. These partners will work closely with Novotown to craft and build a quality community in the Greater Bay Area.

    ‘Novotown is Lai Sun Group’s flagship project in the Greater Bay Area which aligns ideally with China central government’s Greater Bay Area development plan.’ said John Tse, Chief Executive Officer of Novotown. ‘We’re delighted that so many quality partners are coming onboard to support our grand vision for one of the most immersive and participative tourism and entertainment destinations in China, fostering high technology, travel, culture and creativity to benefit economic development of the area.’

    He added, ‘Novotown has great potential to become the landmark of Hengqin. Together with other lifestyle elements and infrastructure, I am confident that Novotown will become a quality living, leisure and creative destination for both domestic and international audiences.’

    China Mobile unveiled its plans to launch its first concept store in Hengqin at Novotown to elevate retail experience of its guests. In addition, the brand will also introduce a ‘smart mall’ concept to Novotown – by logging-in to the shopping mall’s Wifi system, customers can get access to comprehensive services, such as parking payment, restaurant and locker reservation, locating stores and receiving coupons, via app or website. The system also grants tenants access to certain customer data, which could allow them to better craft their marketing strategies.

    Meanwhile, CITIC Bank intends to open a branch at Novotown, providing financial services for the residents, tenants and travellers in the area.

    Trans-Island Limousine Service Ltd. will provide point-to-point shuttle bus services between Hong Kong and Novotown via the new Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge to encourage customer traffic, while Guangdong Gongbei Port China Travel Service, Guang Zhilv (GZL) International Travel Service and Century Holiday International Travel Group will also help to promote multiple travel products available at the destination to international, mainland China and Hong Kong tourists.

    Wenqiang Hu, Director and General Manager of Guangdong Gongbei Port China Travel Service Ltd., said: ‘We are very excited to be the strategic partner of Novotown. As travellers are more sophisticated these days, Novotown’s partnerships with world-renowned brands create a diverse range of themed entertainment experiences, which together with their comprehensive infrastructure, are the key elements that help us attract these travellers in such keen competition. We are happy to work closely with Novotown and promote it as a vibrant and creative lifestyle community in the Greater Bay Area.’

    In addition to strategic partners, a range of China’s popular concept brands was a part of the ceremony today. They included Super Species, Sports Infinite, and Hutaoli Music Restaurant & Bar.  

    Adjacent to Macau, Novotown is positioned as a cultural and creative incubator. Benefiting from China (Guangdong) Pilot Free Trade Zone and Special Economic Zone policies, Novotown has been actively developing a wide range of leisure facilities which helps elevate the quality of life in the Greater Bay Area. With the addition of other confirmed partners including Lionsgate, National Geographic, Taipei Wellness Clinic and Resort, Real Madrid Football Club, Porsche and a world-class institute, the Innovation Leadership Academy Hengqin managed by Harrow International (China), Novotown is gearing up to become a vibrant and creative lifestyle community in the Greater Bay Area.

  • IDTechEx Research Releases Brand New Report on 3D Printing Software

    IDTechEx Research Releases Brand New Report on 3D Printing Software

    The 3D printing software market was characterised by multiple free and open source build processors, with one or two organisations catering to the industrial user with commercial offerings. In 2017, the landscape has changed considerably: there have been several new entrants following acquisition of smaller start-ups with both established CAD/PLM developers and 3D printer manufacturers keen to carve out a share of this rapidly growing market. The push to develop software that enables Design for Additive Manufacture for users looking to fully leverage the design freedoms offered by 3D printing is one of the key drivers of this growth. Given these market trends, the new IDTechEx Research report 3D Printing Software 2018-2028: Technology and Market Analysis forecasts that the global market for 3D printing metals will grow at a CAGR of 22% and will be worth $966 million by the year 2028.

     

    3D printing software encompasses all software required to realise a 3D model from CAD to print. This report provides a detailed overview of the functions of different 3D printing software technologies including this includes scanning for reverse engineering, CAD, CAE, CAM and workflow management, as well as evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of the most common file formats for 3D printing and their potential alternatives. Areas in which users’ needs remain unmet by current technologies are highlighted.

     

    New developments and trends within the 3D printing software market are discussed in the report including printer-specific software solutions developed by printer hardware manufacturers, as well as recent applications of leading-edge software tools for generative design, mass customisation and multimaterial printing.

     

    This report forecasts the overall 3D printing software market to 2028, with in-depth SWOT analyses of the major CAE, CAM and workflow management products available on the market today. The current state of the 3D printing software market is analysed, and long-range forecasts from 2018-2028 for revenue per annum segmented by commercialised CAE, CAM and workflow management product groups are evaluated.

     

    IDTechEx conducted exhaustive primary research with companies within the 3D printing value chain for key insights into the trends impacting growth to 2028. Over 25 company profiles have been included in the report including Materialise, Dassault Systèmes and Autodesk, among others.

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  • HKCYIA Features in “Hong Kong Maritime Week 2017 Career Expo”

    HKCYIA Features in “Hong Kong Maritime Week 2017 Career Expo”

    Hong Kong Cruise & Yacht Industry Association (HKCYIA) took part in the “Hong Kong Maritime Week 2017”, a major annual event of the maritime and port industries in Hong Kong. Organized by the Maritime and Port Board in collaboration with the Shipowners Association and the Maritime Museum, HKCYIA was a major participant of the event with the setting up of an exhibition booth and the presentation of a series of talks at the “Maritime Career Expo”, a featured event of “Hong Kong Maritime Week 2017”. Held on November 25, the event provided youths and the general public with extensive information about cruise careers and industry developments. With the aim of introducing career opportunities in the maritime sector for youths, the “Maritime Career Expo” featured several sharing sessions given by captains, crew pursers and examiners, industry professionals as well as marine students, during which they shared their seafaring adventures, interview skills and industry information with the audience.

    As the event speakers, Laura Escobar and Joe Li, Purser Trainers of HKCYIA, both gave talks on the title of “How Interesting is Living and Working on board a Cruise?”. They presented the living and working conditions of cruise careers, job requirements and interview techniques, which were well received by participants, with enquiries about cruise careers and their prospects.

    In addition, 15 shipping and tertiary educational organizations set up booths at the Expo to provide information about educational opportunities and career pathways in the maritime industry. Participating organizations included Anglo-Eastern Univan Group, China Classification Society, Dalian Maritime University Alumni, Shanghai Maritime University Alumni, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, Hongkong International Terminals Limited, Hongkong United Dockyards Limited, Maritime Professional Promotion Federation, Hong Kong Seamen’s Union, Maritime Services Training Institute, The Hong Kong Shippers’ Council, The University of Hong Kong School of Professional and Continuing Education (HKU SPACE), TurboJET, and Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings Limited.

    The 8-day “Hong Kong Maritime Week 2017” offered nearly 50 activities put together by 57 local and overseas industry bodies, academic institutions and professional organizations for participants from the industry and general public. Event highlights included the anchor event “7th Asian Logistics and Maritime Conference”, business conferences and forums, visits, industry networking gatherings, competitions and exhibitions. The event was aimed at showcasing the strength of the local maritime industry, promoting Hong Kong as a preferred base for operating maritime business and enhancing the community’s awareness of the industry and its contributions to the economy.

     

  • DFS Announces New Partnership With Iconic Luggage Brand Rimowa

    DFS Announces New Partnership With Iconic Luggage Brand Rimowa

    DFS Group, the world’s leading travel retailer, is excited to announce its new partnership with prestigious luggage brand RIMOWA. Known for its sleek suitcases with their distinctive hard-shell grooved exteriors in traditional aluminum or high-tech polycarbonate, RIMOWA is recognized as the pioneer manufacturer of luxury luggage for the world traveler.

    “At DFS, we believe that travel and lifestyle go together and so we continue to introduce products that are designed to enhance the experience of our discerning traveling customers,” said Christophe Chaix, Senior Vice President Fashion, Watches, Jewelry and Accessories. “RIMOWA is synonymous with innovation, quality and durability, making it a perfect partner for our accessories portfolio.”

    To celebrate this new partnership, DFS and RIMOWA are rewarding shoppers with special benefits. LOYAL T customers purchasing RIMOWA products from T Galleria by DFS will earn extra bonus points, while in T Galleria by DFS, Hong Kong, Canton Road, customers will get the chance to have DFS’ onsite craftsmen personalize the leather tag that comes with each piece of RIMOWA luggage, as well as to enjoy door-to-door delivery service to the customer’s in market home or hotel at their request upon selected purchase.

    RIMOWA will operate in key DFS locations around the world, launching first December 2017 in Hong Kong at T Galleria by DFS, Canton Road and T Galleria by DFS, Tsim Sha Tsui East; and will also be available in Macau at T Galleria by DFS, Shoppes at Four Seasons; in Japan at T Galleria by DFS, Okinawa; and Venice, Italy, T Fondaco dei Tedeschi, in early 2018.

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  • CapitaLand partners WeWork to cocreate office of the future at Funan integrated development

    CapitaLand partners WeWork to cocreate office of the future at Funan integrated development

    Funan, one of the most highly anticipated developments in Singapore opening in 4Q 2019, has signed its first office tenant. CapitaLand Mall Trust Management Limited (CMTML), the manager of CapitaLand Mall Trust which owns Funan, today announced that coworking space behemoth WeWork has leased 40,000 square feet (sq ft) of space in Funan. WeWork’s space will be located across two floors of Funan’s North Office Block – namely Level 4, which is the prime connector space linking the office blocks with Funan’s retail component, and Level 5.

    Mr Tony Tan, CEO of CMTML, said: “We envision Funan as an aspirational and experiential space that fosters collaboration among complementary partners, sparking inspiration and discovery for consumers. We are thus delighted to partner WeWork, one of the world’s leading innovators in shared office space, to cocreate an office of the future at Funan. Both Funan and WeWork share the same ethos of breaking new ground and building a community of like-minded individuals driven by passion to make a difference. WeWork’s coworking space will leverage Funan’s central location and harness its live-work-play paradigm to create a world-class collaborative workspace that fosters connections and nurtures ideas. It will cater to the new generation of professionals who yearn to work in a collaborative environment that gets them inspired, and unwind in a convenient location where they can shop, play sports, be entertained and enjoy a whole host of lifestyle activities under one roof.”

    Mr Tan added: “As a new-built space, WeWork’s facility at Funan offers plenty of scope and flexibility to implement purpose-built infrastructure and services for WeWork’s members. As a start, Funan will boast a smart office with facial recognition turnstiles and optional card-less entry into the office. WeWork community members will also have full access to the suite of innovations made available at Funan, including video-based smart carparking facilities, a 24-hour drive-through click-and-collect, 100% hands-free shopping service using robotics and app-based booking of all the facilities within the development.”

    Funan is located right in the heart of the Civic & Cultural District with excellent connectivity, including a direct underpass linking to City Hall MRT interchange station. As a new paradigm for live, work and play in Singapore’s city centre, Funan offers a synergistic combination of retail, office and serviced residence components that is designed to appeal to savvy consumers pursuing quality of life in a socially-conscious and creative environment. The Funan integrated development comprises a 500,000 sq ft mall of the future serving as a platform to inspire retail innovation; two Grade A office blocks that meet the needs of a variety of business, including established MNCs and coworking spaces for the mobile workforce; as well as The Ascott Limited’s lyf brand of co-living serviced residence designed for millennials.

    With community, connectivity and convenience at its core, Funan caters to the new breed of consumers who favour a collaborative environment and authentic experiences that reflect their passions and tastes. In support of the global car-lite movement, Funan is set to become Singapore’s first commercial building to allow cycling through the building with a dedicated indoor cycling path, complete with end-of-trip facilities for cycling enthusiasts, including bike shops, bike cafés, lockers and shower facilities. Funan will also boast the largest area set aside for urban agriculture in the CBD with a 5,300 sq ft urban farm and 6,900 sq ft edible yard, where the public can learn more about the origins of their food and “adopt a plot” to grow their own produce.

    Amenities available in Funan include a Golden Village cineplex, a best-in-class gym, futsal court, swimming pool and a 55-lane rock-climbing facility. Theatre goers will also delight in the performances programmed by Singapore’s leading professional theatre company W!ld Rice, which operates the dedicated 380-seat theatre in Funan.

  • This bot-powered Christmas, your gift might have been selected by a non-human

    This bot-powered Christmas, your gift might have been selected by a non-human

    Bot-powered commerce is on a tipping point in Singapore according to the new SAP Hybris Singapore Christmas Shopper Survey 2017. This Christmas, more than half (53%) of Singaporean shoppers are enlisting the help of chatbots for holiday shopping. In fact, majority of shoppers who asked chatbots for gift recommendations have actually acted on the recommendation (74%). Businesses and brands however, should not neglect incorporating the human touch.

    This is because Singaporeans expect assistance from chatbots to be rudimentary, with 58% viewing chatbots as useful only for basic information search, anticipating that more complex enquiries will need to be handled by a human being. Others feel that talking to chatbots have so far been a frustrating experience and they would rather speak to a human being (21%) and close to a fifth expressed an outright dislike for chatbots (17%).

    More than 1,000 consumers in Singapore were surveyed on their use of and attitudes towards chatbots, with the results reflecting that while Singaporeans are open towards engaging with chatbots, they still have reservations. One of the top concerns that Singaporeans have towards chatbots is that their requests might not be understood (61%). A third (35%) are worried that their personal information might be leaked if they divulge too much to chatbots, and 13% say that chatbots are too creepy if they know too much about them.

    Commenting on Singaporeans’ attitudes towards chatbots, Nicholas Kontopoulos, Global Vice President of Fast Growth Markets for SAP Hybris said, “The customer experience can make or break a brand. In view of this, businesses need to stay attuned to these concerns and optimise the use of chatbots as one component in a wider omnichannel strategy. While chatbots can proactively offer answers for initial queries on pricing, product features, or book and make reservations, they cannot fully replace the value of human interaction when it comes to building customer relationships. Any hint of customer dissatisfaction needs to be solved immediately, by a human services officer.”

    To win Singaporeans over, chatbots need to become more understanding and intuitive – almost half of Singaporeans (48%) say that they will engage with chatbots more often if they are able to make more personalised recommendations on what to buy. Other motivating drivers that will encourage shoppers to use chatbots more often is to offer comparison of prices and products from other brands (47%), assure that personal information will be kept private (38%), provide recommendations on similar and complimentary products (34%) or simply becoming more human-like (18%).

    “Singaporean shoppers have an appetite for deeper engagement with chatbots, but what the results really tell us is that they want a more personalised ecommerce experience. Today’s consumer have higher expectations and businesses need to keep a close pulse on the ever-evolving customer journey in order to react to not just changing consumer preferences but context at point of purchase or even consideration. To this end, businesses should view chatbots as more than just an answering machine – they are also a valuable mine of data that offer fresh perspectives into the underlying reasons for sales trends and help brands better understand what their customers are looking for. Armed with these insights, they can then take action to cultivate sales and entrench customer loyalty”, added Kontopoulos.

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  • AirAsia names Riad Asmat CEO, shuffles senior leadership roles

    AirAsia names Riad Asmat CEO, shuffles senior leadership roles

    AirAsia has appointed Riad Asmat (pictured left) as its new chief executive officer (CEO) for its Malaysia-based operations, to succeed Aireen Omar (pictured right), who has been promoted to deputy group CEO – digital, transformation, corporate services.

    Riad Asmat will assume his post effectively on 10 January 2018, and report directly to Bo Lingam, deputy group CEO (airlines) of AirAsia. Riad Asmat is the son of Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin, a director of AirAsia X. He is currently the director for corporate planning, strategy and business development at Naza Corporation Holdings.

    The airline said Aireen Omar’s appointment signals its determination to transform itself from an aviation company into a digital corporation. “This appointment underlines as well the fact that AirAsia is restructuring its priorities to optimally maximise the enormous potential of the Fourth Industrial Revolution,” it added.

    The new appointments were announced by Tan Sri Tony Fernandes, AirAsia Group CEO, who also denied rumour earlier that he is retiring in the tweets below.

    Apart from above, Fernandes also announced the appointments of Captain Adrian Jenkins, current group director, flight operations as chief operations officer, as well as, Rozman Omar, current deputy group CEO, strategy and MNA as the executive director of AirAsia International Limited (AAIL). AAIL is a holding company of all AirAsia group investments in its overseas joint ventures.

    In his new role, Captain Adrian Jenkins, will drive AirAsia group’s On Time Performance (OTP) and overall customer experience, among others.

    Meanwhile, digital transformation will be Aireen Omar’s priority, where she will be spearheading the non-airline companies such as BIGPay, BIG Loyalty, ROKKI Shoppe, ROKKI Portal, Travel360, Vidi, RedTix, AirAsiaGo, BD4H, RedCargo, Red Box and Santan.

    Additionally, she will oversee large, strategic group-wide initiatives and help transform AirAsia into a global, cloud-driven product and platform company. Aireen will be responsible for AirAsia’s digital strategy, promoting innovation throughout the group and encouraging collaboration across AirAsia’s businesses and markets.

    She will also continue to lead the corporate services sector for the AirAsia group, which includes risk management, government affairs and corporate development. Aireen will report directly to Fernandes, effective 10 January 2018. She joined AirAsia in January 2006 as director of corporate finance, and was appointed as AirAsia’s CEO and executive director on 1 July 2012.

    “The new appointments brings focus to both our core airline business as well as our digital growth businesses. Having Bo Lingam lead the airline business, brings continued strength to our operations, serving close to 70 million guests per year. We are fully confident that Riad Asmat will lead the company into the next phase of its development,” Fernandes said.

    Fernandes added, with Aireen Omar driving on its non-airline and digital businesses, it brings “focus on disruptive growth for our new businesses.”

    “I am looking forward to working closely with the co-founders Fernandes, Datuk Kamarudin, the board of directors, the dynamic management and over 22,000 dedicated Allstars to continue achieving greater heights for the company,” Riad Asmat said. He will be joining a team of other CEOs including Tassapon Bijleveld, CEO of AirAsia Thailand, Dendy Kurniawan, AirAsia Indonesia CEO, Captain Dexter Comendador, Philippines AirAsia CEO, Amar Abrol, AirAsia India CEO and Osamu Hata, AirAsia Japan CEO – all of whom will report directly to Bo Lingam.

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  • Indian Threads expands retail network in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Rajasthan

    Indian Threads expands retail network in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Rajasthan

    Indore based start-up Indian Threads is changing the fashion industry for men. It is the online style destination for men in India. They bring you the most sharp & premium men’s shirts. Indian Threads love to make great clothes that suit every individual. They want people to love their clothes and enjoy wearing them.

    In offline market, they are majorly working in 3 states Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Rajasthan and in online, they have been selling their shirts nationwide.

    Indian Threads launched in 2015. It all started with a simple idea – to design fresh high-quality items at nominal price range. After dropping out of college in January 2015, Abhishek Rawal & Vishi Porwal (22 yrs) started Indian Threads, they found themselves brainstorming about launching their own brand centered on love for design and fashion. What started as an online web store for their passion and entrepreneurial experiment quickly grew into much more than just selling a few shirts.

    Indian Threads shirts are hand crafted at their state of the art facility in Indore. Their skilled operators use single needle construction to ensure clean finishing and durable seams. Collars are fused with high quality interlining to achieve a fine balance between volume and pliability. Much attention is paid to both the provenance of their raw materials and craftsmanship. People will love Indian Threads shirt.

    High Quality fabric shirts shouldn’t necessarily mean expensive – Indian Threads believes in serving the finest quality shirt at the cheapest rates possible. By cutting the over whelming profit ration & selling directly to customers on their online platform, they cut out the middle men, and pass the savings on to you.

    Their aim is to open their own brand Store all over India in next 5 years and expand the Indian Brand by exporting to different countries. Their vision is to empower their members to feel like a million bucks without spending a million bucks. They want everyone to stay fresh, for less and keep you on the forefront of trending fashion – They aim to continuously redefine everyday style for Men in India.

  • LANCÔME’s Haitang Bay Store Unveils New Retail Identity

    LANCÔME’s Haitang Bay Store Unveils New Retail Identity

    On 24 November 2017, LANCÔME Travel Retail Asia Pacific, leading French luxury beauty brand, unveiled the brand’s latest 2020 retail concept at its newly revamped No.1 Point-of-sale (POS) at Haitang Bay, China. The latest in line to celebrate the brand’s ‘Declaring Happiness’ global campaign across Asia, the grand opening event was graced by international celebrity and Brand Friend, Wu Zun, who officiated the ribbon cutting ceremony and attended the opening of the interactive Declaring Happiness popup concept. Wu Zun was also joined by the likes of 17 top Chinese social media influencers such as LU ⼀丝 and ⼩猪姐姐 in spreading beauty and happiness with LANCÔME’s consumers. Having achieved an astounding digital outreach of 127 million via WeChat, Weibo and livestreaming, the event was a tremendous success in elevating the brand’s digital presence and generating genuine brand engagement with consumers. Further bolstering brand engagement and buzz on social media, the influencers also shared additional Weibo stories and WeChat moments in appreciation of LANCÔME’s hospitality at the event.

    Currently the No.1 POS for the LANCÔME brand worldwide, the Haitang Bay store is the
    largest travel retail store at 120sqm and the second store to unveil the brand’s latest 2020 retail
    identity, opening after Lotte Hotel in Seoul, South Korea. Consistent with LANCÔME’s global
    strategy to roll out a new retail design language that is fully consumer-centric, the new
    Haitang Bay store is efficiently adapted towards the travel retail channel. “The introduction of
    the 2020 retail identity to our No.1 POS and largest store in Haitang Bay marks a key milestone
    in LANCÔME Travel Retail Asia Pacific’s plans to transform and optimise our stores for the
    modern traveller. The design concept of the new 2020 store is set to provide an immersive brand
    environment for consumers to fully experience the world of LANCÔME, while at the same time
    offer time-pressed travellers a quality and smooth shopping experience through the store’s
    thoughtful layout and features,” says Ms. Tao Zhang, General Manager of LANCÔME
    Travel Retail Asia Pacific.

    (L-R): Ms. Cao Xiaodan, Deputy General Manager of Sanya International Duty Free Shopping Complex, Mr. Luke Chang, Director of Cosmetics & Confectionary Department, CDFG, Ms. Liu Jing, General Manager of Sanya International Duty Free Shopping Complex, Mr. Wu Zun, International Celebrity and Brand Friend, Ms. Tao Zhang, General Manager of LANCÔME Travel Retail Asia Pacific, Mr. Don Huang, Area Manager of LANCÔME Travel Retail Asia Pacific, Ms. Anna-Maria Marini, Marketing Manager of LANCÔME Travel Retail Asia Pacific

    Designed with a Parisian ‘apartment with a view’ concept, the new Haitang Bay store is an
    inspirational place full of discovery with elegant touches of Parisian chic featured throughout the
    store. The interior is warmly lit with soothing tones of greys, white and warm wood to create a
    more intimate and welcoming feel for customers. Against a backdrop of virtual video walls
    reminiscent of bay windows in a Parisian apartment overlooking the breathtaking panoramas of
    Paris, customers will be taken through the beautiful four seasons with roses and petal rain or
    Parisian night under starry firmament taking turn to decorate the walls. Other key elements to the store include sharing tables for skincare and makeup, as well as a Grab & Go counter.

    Featuring the newest product launches, the sharing tables encourage customers to discover LANCÔME’s world of beauty, from experimenting with different makeup textures and colours to customising their skincare routine through one-on-one personal consultations with LANCÔME’s beauty experts. Latest launches and travel exclusives are also available at the Grab & Go counter for an easy and fuss-free experience.

    In celebration of the Haitang Bay store reopening, LANCÔME Travel Retail Asia Pacific also
    introduced an interactive pop-up concept that blends retail with entertainment at four
    different online and offline touchpoints named after the brand’s key products – Génifique, Absolue, L’Absolu Rouge and Miracle Zones. The Virtual Mirror at the L’Absolue Rouge Zone, which is an augmented reality virtual makeover application that allows guests to experiment with different face and lip makeup looks, was an instant hit at the event. At the Génifique Zone, guests also had the opportunity to win a sample of Advanced Génifique Sensitive through a touch-screen interactive game vending machine. Complimentary engraving services were also available at the Absolue Zone, where guests can choose to personalise their very own LANCÔME mirrors. While experiencing the Miracle Blossom fragrance at the Miracle Zone, guests were also seen playing with the swing photo booth to recreate their fun Parisian moments against the beautiful backdrop of the Eiffel Tower.

    In addition to the retail-tainment zones, the 17 Chinese social media influencers also participated
    in a LANCÔME skincare and makeup workshop held within the store. Leveraging on livestreaming social sharing to expand the workshop’s audience reach beyond those who were
    physically present, social media influencers brought LANCÔME workshop experience to their
    followers, inviting them to join in the LANCÔME brand universe through organic, usergenerated
    content and engagement via their personal brand journey at the event.

    In December, the LANCÔME ‘Declaring Happiness’ campaign will make its final stop at Hong
    Kong.

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  • INFINITI LAB Hong Kong 3.0 primes startups for success in the future of retail

    INFINITI LAB Hong Kong 3.0 primes startups for success in the future of retail

    INFINITI Motor Company, Ltd. and Nest, a leading venture capital firm and innovation partner, concluded the nine-week INFINITI LAB Global Accelerator 3.0 today with a Demo Day. The seven startups, with two from Hong Kong and the remaining five from Canada, Germany, Mexico, Sweden and the US, pitched their business to more than 100 investors and key retail partners in hope of securing partnerships and funding to propel their businesses to the next phase. Among the investors and partners were retail companies DFS, Nielsen, Hysan, Shanghai Tang and Bluebell Group who attended to hear the startups’ plans to develop technologies that enhance the customer journey for ‘The Future Consumer’.

    INFINITI LAB is a global program that works with startups around the world to address locally
    relevant challenges. During the INFINITI LAB Global Accelerator 3.0, seven startups were chosen from more than 130 applications across the globe to participate in the program, including two from Hong Kong. During the nine-week program, each startup has been exposed to established investors in Asia, and benefited from an intensive business coaching and mentoring program.

    Dane Fisher, General Manager, Global Business Transformation & Brand, INFINITI Motor Company

    “At INFINITI we are constantly striving to innovate to deliver the most personal and rewarding
    customer experience. As INFINITI LAB continues to grow globally, so does our opportunity to
    develop great solutions for our customers and lead innovation in the mobility space. The INFINITI LAB 3.0 is not only helping us to find technology partners to develop the future retail experience, but also inspiring us to become a more agile organization”, said Dane Fisher, General Manager, Global Business Transformation & Brand, INFINITI Motor Company.

    Lawrence Morgan, Nest CEO said,” We are extremely proud to be part of the founders’ entrepreneurial journeys. The unique strengths and solutions the cohort have will truly transform the retail tech landscape for the future consumer, today.”

    The seven startups that successfully completed the Global Accelerator 3.0 were invited to INFINITI’s global headquarters from five different countries. Among the startups involved in the program were Rover Parking from Canada, invited to join following their involvement in the Toronto INFINITI LAB accelerator program earlier this year. Other startups include Wyzerr (USA), actiMirror (Hong Kong), ManoMotion (Sweden), Cove (Hong Kong), Synapbox (Mexico) and Thinqs (Germany).

    As a result of this program, Thinqs has validated their online-to-offline search model in the Asian
    marketplace, and have gained interest from a number of Hong Kong retailers. actiMirror and Rover Parking have secured investment funding connections, and Rover Parking is in discussion to partner with INFINITI to expand their parking network in Canada.

    Cove is in negotiation with property development companies in Hong Kong to launch a pilot project together with INFINITI using INFINITI vehicles to provide a shared mobility solution; while both Synapbox and Wyzerr have already piloted their products within INFINITI and
    have developed global service packages to attract wider corporate partnerships.

    ManoMotion has partnered with V777, an INFINITI LAB 2.0 alumni startup to develop
    a revolutionary prototype – combining advanced hand gesture recognition with Virtual Reality to
    create a concept for the future of digital showrooms. V777 technology was used to launch INFINITI’s all new QX50 at the recent LA Motorshow. ManoMotion is also in discussion to explore longer term product collaboration with INFINITI.

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    Ross Garvie, Head of INFINITI LAB said; “This year, focusing on “The Future Consumer” we worked with startups looking at data analytics, shared parking, AR displays, gesture recognition and facial recognition. Each startup was selected as they share INFINITI’s vision to improve the future of retail and enhance the customer journey”.

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  • DFS Hosts Ninth Annual Masters Of Time Event

    DFS Hosts Ninth Annual Masters Of Time Event

    DFS Group, the world’s leading travel retailer, launched its ninth annual Masters of Time exhibition on Saturday, December 9. The exhibition, which is held at T Galleria by DFS, Macau, in partnership with Shoppes at Four Seasons, will run until February 28, 2018 for customers to view and shop the curated collection. The DFS Masters of Time exhibition is well known for being the world’s largest and most prestigious retail event for luxury watches and jewelry, showcasing the best in design, innovation and heritage for men and women. This year, DFS’ expert teams brought together an unparalleled collection of more than 450 fine watches and exquisite jewelry from 30 brands in a theme that focused on the concept of memories.

    “This year’s Masters of Time exhibition explores how watch collectors and creators commemorate life’s most significant moments, so that certain pieces become imbued with our memories,” said Christophe Chaix, Senior Vice President, Fashion, Watches, Jewelry and Accessories. “As always, the customer is at the heart of everything we do at DFS, and each year we travel the world to curate a Masters of Time exhibition to delight returning and new customers alike. This exhibition offers seasoned collectors and first-time buyers the chance to
    own exceptional pieces that will forever become part of their own memorable journey.”

    The ninth annual Masters of Time exhibition kicked off with a prestigious gala event where award-winning artist Jade Kwan performed for guests as they explored a variety of intriguing activities. A multi-sensory exhibition was introduced for the first time at Masters of Time, in which the curated collection of timepieces and jewelry was displayed through a series of interactive pop-up spaces and animations to evoke emotions and ignite the senses. Guests were taken on a multi-sensory journey through four different spaces that explored the concepts of
    nostalgia, memories, adventure and heritage, each of which transported guests back to a special place, moment or time.

    Romantic, rare and archival pieces with a focus on “savoir faire” took center stage in the section dedicated to nostalgia, whilst innovative complications that are certain to become future icons embodied the idea of making memories. Highly technical sports and lifestyle watches dominated in the adventure area, and finally, iconic and classic timepieces brought heritage to life. In addition, guests were treated to a taste of The Macallan whisky and fine Petrossian caviar, paired to provide the ultimate culinary experience. Korean illustrator Jae Suk Kim flew in from Seoul to hand-paint guests’ portraits in his signature style, featuring Su Su girls adorned in fine jewelry and watch pieces, as holiday gift cards to commemorate the event.

    The 2017 Masters of Time exhibition is available for viewing and purchase at T Galleria by DFS, Macau, Shoppes at Four Seasons until February 28, 2018.

    2017 DFS MASTERS OF TIME COLLECTION

    The 2017 DFS Masters of Time collection of distinguished brands includes: Angelus; Arnold & Son; Audemars Piguet, Blancpain; Breguet; Bulgari; Chopard; FRANCK MULLER; Girard-Perregaux; Glashütte Original; Grand Seiko; Hublot; IWC Schaffhausen; Jaeger-LeCoultre; Jaquet Droz; Officine Panerai; Piaget; Roger Dubuis; Romain Jerome; TAG Heuer; Tiffany & Co; Ulysse Nardin; Vacheron Constantin; Zenith and more.

    Highlights include:
    • Audemars Piguet – Royal Oak Tourbillon Extra-thin
    • Blancpain – Tribute to Fifty Fathoms MIL-SPEC

    • Breguet – Tradition Dame 7038
    • Bulgari – Diva’s Dream High Jewelry Watch – DFS Special Edition – Unique Piece
    • Hublot – Techframe Ferrari 70 Years King Gold Tourbillon Chronograph
    • IWC – Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar Chronograph
    • Jaeger-LeCoultre – Master Gyrotourbillon 1
    • Jaquet Droz – Lady 8 Flower
    • Piaget – Limelight Mediterranean Garden Necklace – Unique Piece
    • Roger Dubuis – Excalibur Aventador S
    • TAG Heuer – Carrera Caliber HEUER 02 T Automatic Chronograph 45mm DFS Masters of Time IX

    Special Edition
    • Ulysse Nardin – Marine Grand Deck Tourbillon
    • Vacheron Constantin – Heures Créatives Heure Romantique
    • Zenith – Defy El Primero 21

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  • Thailand to launch ‘THE FORESTIAS’, a World-First Integration of Nature and Community

    Thailand to launch ‘THE FORESTIAS’, a World-First Integration of Nature and Community

    Magnolia Quality Development Corporation Limited (MQDC) unveils its latest business development plan, transforming a piece of land in Bangna into a real estate phenomenon under its Magnolias, the Aspen Tree, and Whizdom brands with collaborations from global partners.

    THE FORESTIAS, with a project value of over THB90 billion (USD2.8bn), is the world’s first property development to introduce a living environment integrated into a natural ecosystem to provide sustainable happiness under the concept ‘Imagine Happiness’.

    The mixed-use multi-generational lifestyle project spans 300 rai (119 acres), including residential housing and low- and high-rise buildings, retail buildings, office buildings, a health center, an innovation center, a forest pavilion, community space, a learning center, and Asia’s largest-ever forest ecosystem in a mixed-use lifestyle project.

    The project is designed for all multi-generational lifestyles and all families. Construction begins in 2018 and is expected to be completed in 2022.

    Mr. Visit Malaisirirat, CEO of MQDC, a company under DTGO Corporation Limited that develops, invests in, and manages property projects, said, “Today, innovation and technology play a significant role in the economy. They connect living and lifestyle together. Amidst materialistic advancement, the world is challenged in many ways – the natural ecosystem is deteriorating, families are drifting apart creating distance between people, leading to feelings of isolation and depression, and society is aging fast.

    “Our company is committed to developing real estate projects to close the gap and bring sustainable happiness with a promise of ‘for all well-being’. We want to offer the best and we do that through ecofriendly design, modern innovation and technology, and enhanced space for all four generations – grandparents, parents, children, and great-grandchildren. The whole community can spend time together and interact, creating a happy society.

    “THE FORESTIAS was born from the question “What is true happiness in life?” This is not easy to answer because everyone has a different definition of happiness. But one thing is certain: happiness affects our body and mind, the people around us, and the environment. This is the foundation of ‘sustainable happiness’.”

     Mr. Kittiphun Ouiyamaphun, Senior Vice President, Project Development, The Forestias, MQDC, said, “This is the first time for a property project to be based on ‘sustainable happiness’. We are working with global partners in designing and creating the project to offer sustainable happiness now and in the future.

    “The idea led to the world-first flagship project THE FORESTIAS, which redefines the property industry with a new phenomenon. The THB90 billion [USD2.8bn] project is developed under the concept ‘Imagine Happiness’. There’s something for everyone and every lifestyle at this mixed-use multi-generational lifestyle project, the first of its kind in the world, which includes residential houses and buildings, retail buildings, office buildings, a health center, an innovation center, a forest pavilion, a community space, a learning center, and the largest-ever forest ecosystem in a mixed-use lifestyle project in Asia. Its core elements, or Eternal 4, are 50 Shades of Nature, happiness from living amid nature; Connecting 4 Generations, happiness from being with family members across four generations; Community of Dreams, happiness from space and facilities that allow people to connect and interact with each other; and Sustainnovation for Well-being, technology and innovation that drive sustainability and promote health and well-being. It is the DNA of MQDC to create a new living concept for today and the future.”

    Mr. Ouiyamaphun added, “We have global partners who are experts in their fields. Together, we are creating a living phenomenon in an environment that brings happiness to its residents. This is the first model of its kind in the world. We have worked with Foster + Partners, which provided consultancy on the architectural master plan; EEC Engineering Network, which helped research and develop systems in the buildings based on MQDC’s concept of Sustainnovation, centered on sustainability, social responsibility, and the environment; and Atelier Ten, which has contributed to the research and prevention plan to reduce environmental impact and ensure balance and sustainability through innovations. Atelier Ten is also in charge of monitoring and assessing construction and design to make this project the model for other world-class projects. ITEC Entertainment is in charge of experience and entertainment in the project. To provide a one-of-a-kind experience to residents and visitors, Six Senses has been brought on board for hospitality and residential management services, with a focus on nature, health, and sustainability.”

    In addition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is joining to conduct innovative scientific research and data collection on the impact of the project’s landscape and design features on human health. This new model of urban development, combining healthier buildings with biodiversity, environmental buffers, and infrastructure that promotes physical activity, may demonstrably enhance health resilience and well-being, both of which are fundamental to happiness.

    THE FORESTIAS is on 300 rai (119 acres) at Bangna-Trad Road km 7. Construction begins in 2018 and is expected to be completed in 2022.

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